Bennett Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mcgeary Lake Dam Mcguery Dam
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Bennett Pond Dam, located in Morgan, Georgia, is a privately owned Earth dam with a height of 31 feet and a storage capacity of 177 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam, managed by the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, serves a primary purpose that is unspecified but is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated structures or locks. While the condition of Bennett Pond Dam is currently rated as "Not Rated" due to the lack of a recent assessment, the risk management measures in place suggest a proactive approach to addressing any potential hazards. This information, combined with the dam's location in a region susceptible to climate change impacts, underscores the importance of monitoring and maintaining water infrastructure to safeguard against any unforeseen risks or emergencies.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bennett Pond Dam represents a critical piece of infrastructure in Georgia's water management system. As the effects of climate change become more pronounced, ensuring the safety and resilience of dams like Bennett Pond will be essential for protecting communities, ecosystems, and water resources in the face of evolving environmental challenges. Continued monitoring, inspection, and risk assessment will be key in mitigating potential threats and maintaining the functionality of this important water resource.
Dam Height |
31 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
177 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River Near Penfield
|
751cfs |
Apalachee River Near Bostwick
|
184cfs |
Little River Near Eatonton
|
127cfs |
Alcovy River Above Covington
|
194cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
71cfs |
Alcovy River Below Covington
|
206cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Area Campgrounds
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Parks Ferry
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Camp Rutledge
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Hard Labor Creek State Park
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Bennett Pond Dam